Aviation Industry Urges Carbon-Neutral Growth by 2020
In order to keep airlines sustainable, the International Civil Aviation Organization Assembly adopted the Carbon Offsetting Scheme for International Aviation agreement in 2016.
Puerto Rico Preps for New Hotels, Reopenings This Year
Puerto Rico is bouncing back in a big way this year with hotel reopenings, debuts and innovative F&B options.
An Alternative View on Marriott’s Cut in Commissions
Kemp Gallineau, CEO of Groups360, weighs in on the Marriott announcement, addressingwhy it’s not necessarily a bad thing.
The Cosmopolitan’s New Rooms Make Virtual Concierges a Reality
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is like a brand-new hotel again with two years of upgrades and additions that will give the property a whole new look by year’s end.
Add the Unexpected to Your Event by Piggybacking on These 5 Conventions
Between Lincoln impersonators, furries and mermaids, these five quirky conventions know how to attract a colorful crowd.
5 International Hot Spots Get Even Hotter With a Range of New Hotels
Five international hotspots grab the attention of meeting planners in search of new hotels and fresh experiences for groups.
Here’s How Your Millennial Attendees Like to Travel
58 percent of Millennials post more often on social media when traveling than at home with the goal of sharing their adventures with friends and family.
Playboy Bunnies Aside, These 5 Hotel Renovations Are Still Worth a Double Take
Playboy Bunny artwork, Southwestern themes and “dignified” lighting make these five major hotel renovations worth putting on your radar this year.
E-Sports to Atypical Speakers: Experiential Meetings Are on the Rise in Las Vegas
Atypical experiential meetings and events are on the rise in Las Vegas. You'll never believe what's next.
The New Caesars FORUM Proves Yet Again: Caesars Means Business
The two largest pillarless ballrooms in North America will debut in 2020 when Caesars Entertainment’s 550,000-sf Caesars FORUM conference center opens.
5 Meeting Venues that Prove the Costa Rica Hype Is Real
Costa Rica continues to attract groups for its adventurous spirit, with tree houses and waterfall hikes aplenty.
Atlantic City Goes Virtual with New Site-Selection Experience
Atlantic City, N.J., developed a VR experience for meeting planners to explore the city’s convention district from the comforts of their office.
Tech & Fashion Influence Hilton Miami Downtown’s New Look
A $35 million renovation to Hilton Miami Downtown brings groups a completely new option when visiting downtown’s Performing Arts District.
5 Meeting Trends for 2018
From live streaming of sessions to locavore teambuilding, here are 5 meeting trends for 2018 identified by Benchmark's properties.
